Today we want to give you insights on some of the Japanese most popular skincare brands that are behind the greatness of many successful skin stories. Like we have mentioned many times, no one does skincare quite like the Japanese. Having radiant skin has always been deeply rooted in the Japanese culture, most Japanese women desire for that glowing baby-like skin.

              Your skin is so precious and should never be taken for granted as they age over time, therefore, you should aim to take care of your skin from young age to ensure that you can prolong the aging process for as long as possible! We will introduce you some of the world’s most popular Japanese skincare brands that you should check out!

HADA LABO

One of the most loved and respected Japanese skincare brands in the Asian skincare community is HADA LABO – without a doubt, if you love Japanese skincare, you have a product from HADA LABO in your collection! The brand was first launched in 2004, with the aim of creating a “simplistic” skincare approach by focusing on delivering moisture balance and hydration to your skin. Beauty lovers quickly embrace the brand after it launched, it has proven to be a success with its Super Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Lotion being the number 1 face lotion in Japan, with one bottle purchased every two second!

              HADA LABO is a technologically advanced Japanese skin care line researched and developed at the Rohto research facility in Japan. It is the result of more than decades of product development in effort to create the best combination of ingredients that deliver what it claims to do. The brand predominately focusses on delivering moisture and nutrients to your skin. If you have not heard of HADA LABO you are missing out!

DHC

One name that keeps popping up in the skincare reviews is DHC, and its infamous oil cleanser has brought positive reviews to the brand and won several awards over the years. DHC is a Japanese skincare brand known for its affordable price and easily accessible in Japanese drugstores as well as online stores. You will find DHC products packed with ingredients like Asian botanicals and natural superstars such as algae which detoxifies, hydrates, banishes breakouts and reduces redness. 

              DHC is known to most as the Japanese skincare expert, it offers amazing product line from lip care to eye cream. Some of DHC’s popular product like its ultra-moisturising Lip Cream and Deeping Cleaning oil are sworn by many beauty lovers and it is considered the holy grail in the Asian beauty community. According to the company a tube of the lip balm sells every three seconds worldwide, while a bottle of the cleansing oil sells every 10 seconds. That is impressive! Although the brand has been around since the 80’s, the skincare community only truly discovered its amazing benefits and ingredients in the recent years.

SK-II

Although SK-II is a Japanese brand, focusing predominately on skincare, the brand has paved its way through other continents and became one of the most treasured beauty brands in the world. Created in 1980, SK-II has grown into one of Asia’s most prominent beauty brands. It has a vibrant and strong fanbase across the continent. The brand offers a diverse range of beauty products, from face mask to lipstick.
              If you are willing to splurge and spoil yourself with some amazing skincare products that are both luxury and effective, you may want to try SK-II. You will find that even A-list Hollywood stars claim to have a bottle of SK-II essence in their collection. SK-II is known for its premium ingredients that has been carefully researched and selected by skincare experts, Pitera is their famous liquid derived from naturally fermented sake that is packed with vitamins, minerals and amino acids. All the nutrients that will give your skin that healthy glow.

Kosé Sekkisei

Kosé has been one of the most trusted brands in Japan for the past three decades, the brand focuses on minimising appearance of dark spots as well as target aging skin. Kosé has multiple lines that target different skin types, such as the Sekkisei line which focused on whitening and brightening the skin. The blue bottles are sold everywhere in Japan, and it is known for its greatness. The ingredients aim to fade sun damage and scars, giving you that everlasting glow.

Sekkisei is household name not only in Japan but also in various countries outside of Japan. This cosmetic brand first launched 20 years ago and still going strong. The brand is known for their miracle toner, that is a staple in many Japanese women’s routine. However, the brand is more than just a toner, it has amazing products that you might want to invest your money in!

Cure

Cure is another amazing brand from Japan, the land of skincare. It is known for the “natural aqua gel” that has won several awards and claimed the best facial exfoliator title in Japan for many years. When you research for reviews, don’t be surprise when people claim that this product is life changing. Cure acknowledges that skin ages varies from country to country and this is due to the differences in climate and humidity between locations. It claims that the most important thing for skin is hydration.

              Many people claim that Natural Aqua Gel is not just an ordinary exfoliator, but it is a life-changing product that has given many people the softest and smoothest baby-like skin. It has won Japan’s #1 Exfoliator award in 2019 and continues to stay at the top of the rank for its greatness. Cure has definitely done it right with this one!

Shiseido

This list cannot be complete without mentioning one of Japanese largest skincare brand, Shiseido. There is no Japanese skincare brand more well-known and trusted than Shiseido. With over 140 years creating skincare, there are hundreds of products that have become hits with beauty gurus all over the world.

What you might not know is that several popular skincare products are owned by Shiseido, like the infamous Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen and the Senka Perfect Whip Cleanser. Shiseido is like the mother of all Japanese skincare; it has made some remarkable steps in the skincare community and continues to make it greater day by day. Shiseido has managed to build its image as an innovator and a market leader. Give your skin exactly what it needs, and only what it needs, with many Shiseido wonderful products. Rooted in a tradition of deep respect for the skin, each ingredient is carefully selected to soften, strengthen, moisturise and protect the skin.